2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 972 kg more than 1978 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Express | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
